The Analyst will work closely with other investment professionals and will play an integral role in evaluating new investment opportunities through market research and analysis, financial modeling and asset valuation. In addition, the Analyst will support asset management and portfolio management strategies for existing and new investments. The successful candidate will be exposed to a wide range of commercial real estate investment strategies in a fast-paced and challenging environment.
Assist in the underwriting and due diligence of new CRE related investment opportunities
Structure/Build detailed financial models and asset valuation tools to support investment decisions
Forecast operating performance, financial projections and business plan scenarios for deal-specific underwriting
Provide support to asset management initiatives by conducting financial analysis and developing and executing business plans
Assist in the preparation of asset-level recommendations for senior management
Prepare strategic plans for assigned properties and contribute to overall portfolio plans
Build and maintain property valuation models using Excel and ARGUS
Produce asset-level reporting on a periodic basis
Assist in the engagement and direction of third-party property managers in development and implementation of operating budgets including capital and leasing plans
Prepare regular update reports on asset performance for senior management
Assist with ad hoc strategic projects
Strong quantitative skills and demonstrated analytical and problem solving ability
Advanced cash flow and investment modeling skills (Excel and Argus)
High attention to detail and accountability in analytical assessments
Demonstrated ability to interpret data and draw conclusions
Excellent verbal and written communication/presentation skills and the ability to interact professionally within a diverse group
Hard-working and committed to producing great end results
Ability to thrive in a fast paced, rapidly changing work environment with many competing priorities
Positive attitude with the ability to manage change effectively
Demonstrate ability to prioritize work and manage time in a deadline-driven environment
Is a self-starter and proactive, with the ability to multi-task
Ability to work autonomously and as a member of a team
Willingness to learn
Is organized and process oriented
Strong business judgment and decision making
Demonstrate a high level of professionalism that appropriately represents the organization
Harbors an intellectual curiosity around the business
Accountability - Demonstrates a commitment to and responsibility for accomplishing individual, team and business objectives
Drive - Consistently achieves challenging goals/objectives, and demonstrates an ability to create value and maximize results
Planning- Identifies business needs, problems and risks proactively, and develops well founded plans that specify strategies, actions/solutions, risk mitigants and desired results
Critical Thinking / Judgment - Commits to an action after developing alternative solutions that are based on logical assumptions and factual information and that take into consideration resources risks and organizational values
Adaptability - Exhibits the capacity to successfully change and evolve one’s actions, opinions and behavior as a result of changing priorities or environment
Communication Skills - Proactively communicates in the appropriate medium with clarity and focus at the right level to ensure delivery has the appropriate impact
Influential Leadership - Leads with confidence and conviction, and is able to establish credibility, trust, and respect among team members
Team Work - Fosters collaboration among team members and business partners, and uses capabilities to achieve team goals